Adnan Alrubaye, U of A assistant professor of poultry science, received the Poultry Science Association Early Achievement Award for Teaching at the organization's 2024 Annual Meeting in July.

This award recognizes the achievements of Poultry Science Association members in the early stages of their careers in poultry academia.

Alrubaye teaches classes in the Department of Poultry Science and the Department of Biological Sciences at the U of A. He is passionate about teaching students and supporting them through their academic journeys.

"My teaching methods are centered around creating an interactive, caring and supportive learning environment for all of my students," Alrubaye said. "My main goal is to foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where students feel engaged and empowered to explore the subject matter deeply."

He enjoys watching students blossom into life-long learners.

"I love teaching because I love inspiring and guiding students as they discover and explore new concepts," Alrubaye said. "Witnessing their growth and success, whether mastering a complex topic or conducting a successful experiment, is truly rewarding. Their diverse perspectives and fresh ideas often provide new insights and keep me engaged with the latest developments in my field. This dynamic interaction between teaching and learning makes being in the classroom fulfilling for me."

Alrubaye was honored to be recognized for his teaching efforts.

"This award reflects the support and encouragement I've received from my colleagues, mentors and students," Alrubaye said. "I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the poultry science field and inspire the next generation of professionals. This national award motivates me to continue striving for excellence in teaching and research."

David Caldwell, department head of poultry science, said Alrubaye's dedication to teach is noteworthy and deserving of this recognition.

"Adnan Alrubaye is truly a remarkable teacher and student mentor. He has won essentially every teaching and mentoring or advising award offered by the University of Arkansas," Caldwell said. "It was fitting and appropriate to watch him get recognized by the Poultry Science Association for his tireless commitment to instruction and student mentoring."

Alrubaye is an assistant professor in the Department of Poultry Science and the associate director of the Cell and Molecular Biology Graduate Program. He holds a doctoral degree in cell and molecular biology and master's degrees in medical microbiology and science education. He is a poultry microbiologist whose research focuses on identifying the bacterial causes and mitigation measures for Bacterial Chondronecrosis with Osteomyelitis in broilers.

He has previously been awarded the U of A Imhoff Award for Outstanding Teaching and Student Mentorship, the Fulbright College Master Teacher Award, the Collis Geren Award for Excellence in Graduate and International Education, the Hoyt H. Purvis Awards for Service in International Education and the U of A Most Outstanding Faculty Member.

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